Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 21-Nov-2023

Welcome to The Startup Intern, a platform operated by Startup Talent Resources. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our services.

1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you provide when you apply for internships, including:

• Personal identification details (name, email, phone number)
• Educational and professional background (resume, academic records, certifications)
• Technical skills and preferences related to training programs

1.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
  Device information (operating system, hardware model)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
  Referring website addresses

2. How We Use Your Information
The collected information is used to:

• Evaluate your eligibility for our internship programs.
• Provide personalized training and professional development opportunities.
• Communicate updates, program details, or respond to inquiries.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.

3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on:

• Your consent
• Contractual necessity
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate business interests

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your data with:

1. Partner companies or organizations involved in facilitating internships
2. Service providers assisting with:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Email communications
• Data analytics
• Customer support

4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities.

5. International Data Transfers
We may transfer your personal information to servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Data processing agreements
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
  Enforce our agreements

7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Employee training on data protection

Despite our efforts, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute safety of your data.

8. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for processing
• Object to processing of your information
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

8.1 Email Communications
When you apply for an internship on our website, you are automatically subscribed to our mailing list to receive important updates about:

• Your application status
• Relevant internship opportunities
• Training programs and resources
• Platform updates and announcements

Every email we send includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. .

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
9.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand usage
• Preference cookies to remember your settings
• Marketing cookies for targeted advertising

9.2 Cookie Management
You can manage cookie preferences through:

• Browser settings
• Our cookie consent tool
• Individual opt-out mechanisms.

10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us for removal.

11. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any material changes through:

• Email notification
• Website announcement
  
  

12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 12 Ezekiel Street, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

13. Specific Regional Rights

13.1 Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) Compliance
As a Nigerian company operating under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), we commit to:
13.1.1 Data Processing Principles
We process your personal data in accordance with NDPR principles:

• Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency
• Purpose limitation
• Data minimization
• Accuracy
• Storage limitation
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Accountability

13.1.2 Data Subject Rights Under NDPR
As a Nigerian resident, you have specific rights under the NDPR:

• Right to be informed about how your data is being used
• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to delete your personal data
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision making and profiling

13.1.3 Cross-Border Data Transfer
When we transfer your data outside Nigeria, we ensure:

• Adequate level of protection under NDPR standards
• Implementation of appropriate safeguards
• Compliance with NITDA’s guidelines on data transfer
• Documentation of transfer mechanisms

13.1.4 Data Protection Officer
Our Data Protection Officer (DPO) can be contacted for any NDPR-related inquiries:

Email: [email protected]

13.1.5 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that may compromise your rights and freedoms, we will:

• Notify NITDA within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach
• Inform affected individuals without undue delay
• Provide information about the breach and steps taken to mitigate risks
• Maintain a breach register as required by NDPR

13.1.6 Filing Complaints
You have the right to:

• File complaints with our DPO
• Submit complaints to NITDA if you’re unsatisfied with our response
• Seek judicial remedy through Nigerian courts

13.2 European Economic Area (EEA) Residents
Additional rights under GDPR include:

• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
• Right to object to automated decision-making

13.3 California Residents
Rights under CCPA include:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of personal information sales
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights